Training

Dog training is one of the most important tasks of being a dog owner. You want to train your canine so that you understand each other better and they learn to behave in ways that will keep them safe and happy.

Which dogs won’t be bringing you back the morning newspaper or making your house guests and at their crafty tricks? According to research the following breeds show less intellectual promise than most other dogs. Intelligence for these breeds was determined by Canadian and U.S. kennel club judges and the amount of time it took a dog breed to master a new command. Of course, we’ve found that that can make these dogs just that much more lovable…

When it comes to working dog breeds there are few dogs that are as driven as the border collie. This intelligent breed, a herder by nature, originates from Scotland and England and is recognized for its incredible work ethic. We will detail some of the most characteristic features of this breed as well as the history of this diligent working dog…

The idea of adopting or purchasing one of the smartest dog breeds may seem appealing, but there are a number of things to consider when adding one of these breeds to your household. Owners need to prepare for the stimulation and commitment it takes to raise an intelligent breed…

Most of the time, when you see an aggressive dog it wasn’t born that way. Owners of dogs just may not fully understand how to train their dog. This lack of training often leads to aggressive behavior in dogs because they are responding to situations using their instincts, and not proper training since they have never been taught differently…

If you’ve ever been around an extraordinarily-obedient canine, you know that the training process goes well beyond sit and stay. Though, don’t misunderstand, those are still both valuable commands. And if you’ve ever been around your average pup, you also know that this training is just as tough as it looks. The great thing is that tough doesn’t translate to impossible. Armed with the right tools and enough grit to get you through, making Fido friendly for any situation will happen for you. Here are a few tips to get you started…

While all new parents make mistakes, it is important to be able to recognize them and avoid repeating them in order to raise a healthy well balanced dog. There are a number of common puppy mistakes that owners make, whether they are first time puppy owners or not.

There are a number of “what if” situations that may arise shortly after or even a few months after bringing home your new puppy. Most never happen or if they do the resolutions are easy with a visit to the vet, a little puppy training or simply some patience. Here are some puppy tips to help you get through these challenging yet super fun times…

Sonic collars are a type of no-bark training device that emits a high-frequency noise — only detectable to your dog — to deter barking. Here are a few pros, cons, and our pick for the best sonic dog collar on the market today…